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WW1 Begins
Once WW1 begins, Canada enters shortly following Britain. This event is a +0 because it is a good baseline and there is no one way to look at it. -
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WW1
The "War to end all wars" that is often seen as the war that allowed Canada to become more of its own country. -
Conditions worsen on the front
This year saw the first use of mustard gas by the Germans. The allies would shortly after adopt its use for combat as well. Overall, 1917 was the year that would see most countries pushed to their limits. -1 -
Conscription is introduced in Canada
In an attempt to combat the rising casualties of the war, the government of Canada introduced conscription. This is a highly debated topic, but I see one side much more clearly than the other. -2 -
Women get the Federal vote
With this passing, the Women of Canada were given the right to vote in the federal elections. however, this same bill also took the vote away from some who already had the vote. +1 -
WW1 ends
A good thing for all countries involved, except for Germany, who paid a price greater than the rest of the nations involved. +1 -
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The Roaring 20s
This period following WW1 saw unprecedented economic growth and progress made for many groups. -
Insulin is first used in treatment
An invention of Frederick Banting and Charles Best, insulin was a discovery that saved lives and allowed those born with diabetes to live a normal life. +2 -
The Chinese head tax is abolished
A head tax on all Chinese people attempting to enter or exit Canada were forced to pay extra is abolished. +2 -
The Veterans Act is introduced
This act promised compensation to WW1 veterans. Good on the surface, but the payments would come to late for many. +0 -
Technological Advancements are made
These advancements, such as automobiles and radios, improved the lives of almost all who they came into contact with/ +2 -
Living standards improve
This goes hand in hand with the technological advancements made at the time. For the majority of Canadians, 1920-1929 saw some of the most economically, politically, and socially free times ever. +1